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Full Time Aiken, SC, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 1084

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Psychiatrist works as part of the medical provider team, providing services to the patients of the community health center. The Psychiatrist will meet with patients and evaluate their behavior by asking questions and administering psychological tests. They determine the possible causes of disordered behavior, decide if a patient could benefit from medication, and explain the process of starting a new psychiatric medication. The Psychiatrist will closely observe the progress of their patients to determine the impact of different treatments and make adjustments as needed.

II. Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Use a variety of methods to evaluate a patient, such as interviewing the patient, their family, or other persons.
Develop a treatment plan according to the needs of the patient's emotional, social, cognitive, developmental, or behavioral disorder.
Treat a patient using psychotherapeutic methods and medication, monitoring the effects of any medication and adjusting treatment where necessary.
Consult with the patient’s Primary Care Physician, Nurses, or other health care providers.
Provide crisis intervention when needed.
Write and maintain patient and clinical records, including the type of treatment and medication administered.
Keep up-to-date with professional job knowledge by reading publications, attending educational conferences, or maintaining professional networks.
Follow ethical and legal policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills/Certifications:

Sensitivity and perceptiveness.
Trustworthiness to keep information confidential.
Deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Critical thinking to help make an accurate diagnosis and recommend proper treatment.
Empathy and compassion to identify with patients’ experiences.
Knowledge of psychiatric medications.
Ability to relate with warmth and effectiveness to patients and staff.
Must be certified in Basic Life Support techniques.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and perform efficiently in a stressful environment.
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply basic laws and regulations.
Ability to assist in the development of department administrative directives as required.
Ability to assist in investigative analysis and make effective recommendations as required.
Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Ability to work effectively with associates and supervisors across various units of the organization.
Ability to work in a team relationship.

Experience/Education Required:

Graduate of an accredited medical school.
Completion of an approved residency program in Psychiatry.
Sufficient experience to carry out the duties of this position.

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